Who Can Foster?
We welcome fosters from all walks of life!
House or Apartment
Renting or Owning
(landlord approval required for renters)
Singles, Couples, or Families with Children
Homes with Pets or
No Pets
Work from Home, Stay at Home Parent, or Working Outside the Home
Support Every Step of the Way
FOSTER MENTOR
Your go-to guide for questions and support.
DAILY CHECK-INS
Share updates, photos, and stories—we love hearing about your foster pup’s progress!
DDR COMMUNITY
Connect with our leadership team, other volunteers, and other fosters through our online communication app.
ADOPTION PREP
When it’s time, you’ll help prepare your foster for their forever home and have a voice in the adoption process.
What's Expected of You?
Transition Care:
Help your foster adjust to home life with basic training, socialization, and lots of love.
Events:
Join us for DDR events like photo shoots or meet-ups when you can.
Appointments:
Get your foster to vet visits (transportation help available if needed).
Patience & Time:
Rescue dogs need time to trust, adjust, and thrive. Lean into the process.
The First Few Days
Decompression Time is Key
Give your foster at least 3 days to settle in before making any big decisions.
Our team will consider a move to another foster, if necessary, after the first three days. They are usually the hardest!
Learn more about integrating rescue dogs into your home in the blog below.
A Few Extras
Clean Dogs: We try to deliver a clean pup if time and resources permit, but if needed, we’ll cover a bath or groom after vaccinations.
Unknown Histories: Many rescue dogs come with limited information, but we’ll do our best to evaluate their needs before they arrive.
